Why PICNIC cruises are the ‘must-do’ craze this summer: Aussies are hiring little boats for as little as $17 a head to enjoy cheese and wine on the water
- GoBoat has brought its electric and eco-friendly picnic boats to Sydney
- They are in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra and cost just $17 a head to hire
- Guests can bring along their favourite snacks and enjoy a day out on the water
Aussies are flocking to the water this summer to try out a new boating concept: picnic cruising.
‘GoBoat‘ has brought its electric and eco-friendly picnic boats to the country, with guests in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra invited to bring their own platters and dine as they cruise along their nearest waterway.
In Sydney, the charming boats can be caught from Cabarita Point in Sydney’s west to enjoy a gentle cruise up the Parramatta River; in Melbourne they are on the Yarra River.
Aussies are flocking to the water this summer to try out a new boating concept: picnic cruising
GoBoat ‘ has brought its electric and eco-friendly picnic boats to the country, with guests in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra invited to bring their own platters and dine as they cruise along their nearest waterway
Each GoBoat can fit up to eight passengers, with shade and plenty of seating both available on-board.
Those who hire the boats can also ‘be their own captain’, as there is no licence required to hire or drive the boat.
The experience also allows you and your passengers to bring along your own Esky and picnic basket that can be packed with food and drinks for all.
The boat features an array of innovative features and design elements including, a speed limited motor, tiller steering, safety equipment, bench seats, picnic tables and cup holders
‘This looks like so much fun, gonna have to try this out sometime this summer,’ a woman said on Instagram
The boats themselves have been designed with Danish design and utilise recycled materials through it’s construction
The picnic boats are also powered by an innovative zero emissions electric motor that has come direct from Germany.
The boat features an array of innovative features and design elements including, a speed limited motor, tiller steering, safety equipment, bench seats, picnic tables and cup holders.
The company is also completely child-friendly and pet-friendly for an inclusive and fun ride the whole family will love.
The boat ride is budget-friendly as it comes in at $17 per head and $129 in total for an hour cruise; they can be booked for up to five hours.